Gee amper, stop right there buddy . . . Even Caesar didn't have so many knives on him while chasing the uncivilised nations <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> OK, I'm just envious of your knives and given the chance, I would do worse <img src="/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" /> Also, yes I understand the reasons for duplicating items if costs or conditions allow it.

Folks, I cannot tell you the satisfaction of using a survival type tool (eg knife) for every day jobs. For this reason, when I can afford it, I will get myself a decent 4" - 5" fixed blade - I can then use it for kitchen jobs too, although it will not totally replace a kitchen/chef knife for thin cuts/slices (because of robust/thick blade). Handle design also needs to be considered for frequent washing & dishwasher and so on.

I do have a folding lockable victorinox large knife/tool, which I absolutely love (I think it's 'Forrester', with a bottle opener). I use it for opening bottles & wine - cans of food too if you're patient enough, and I love the lockable blade too. However, I hesitate to use the blade often, because I'm concerned about washing the tool in dishwasher and the risk of hygiene if food particles are left inside the folder and so on. So, I feel somewhat restricted in fully enjoying the knife. Nevertheless, I love the darn thing, even though I do NOT carry it with me on the steet when shopping and so on due to law of the land complications (nothing is ever straight forward in this place).

You guys seem to prefer the practical aspects of the survival tools and I like that too. Fascinating feedback . . . and funny too, you rascals!
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